Handbook of Veterinary Pharmacology
Edited by: Walter Hsu (Iowa State University)
ISBN: 9780813828374 ISBN10: 0813828376 178 x 254 mm , 7 x 10 in 568 pages, 74 illustrations.
Description
Handbook of Veterinary Pharmacology is a clear and concise guide to pharmacology concepts and commonly used veterinary drugs. Providing a succinct overview of veterinary pharmacology, this book presents information in a user-friendly outline format to allow quick access to practical drug information. With chapters covering the basic principles, specific drugs, interactions, and legal considerations, Handbook of Veterinary Pharmacology offers up-to-date information on basic and clinical veterinary pharmacology.
As an aid to student comprehension, simple line drawings depict the mechanisms of action and study questions with explanations are included at the end of each chapter. Appendices on withdrawal times for drugs in production animals and drug dosages in domestic species are a valuable tool, allowing quick decisions on drug therapy. Handbook of Veterinary Pharmacology is an indispensable text for veterinary students and practitioners.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Principles of Drug Absorption, Disposition, and Action
Chapter 2: Drugs Affecting Peripheral Nervous System
Chapter 3: Autacoids and Their Pharmacological Modulators
Chapter 4: Drugs Acting on the Central Nervous System
Chapter 5: Behavior Modifying Drugs
Chapter 6: Anesthetics
Chapter 7: Nonsteroid Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
Chapter 8: Drugs Acting on the Cardiovascular System
Chapter 9: Diuretics
Chapter 10: Respiratory Pharmacology
Chapter 11: Drugs Acting on the Digestive System
Chapter 12: Endocrine Pharmacology
Chapter 13: Topical Dermatology Therapy
Chapter 14: Ocular Pharmacology
Chapter 15: Antimicrobial Drugs
Chapter 16: Antiparasitic Agents
Chapter 17: Antineoplastic Drugs
Chapter 18: Fluid and Blood Therapy
Chapter 19: Drug Interactions and Adverse Drug Reactions
Chapter 20: Legal Aspects of Medication Usage in Veterinary Medicine
About the Author
Walter H. Hsu, DVM, PhD, is a Professor in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at the Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine in Ames, Iowa. |